Entries by Youth First
Using Social Media Responsibly
By Vicki Kirkman, LCSW, LCAC – Feb. 25, 2020 Everywhere you look you see people with their heads down staring at a bright screen, often consumed with the endless communication, information and entertainment that an electronic device provides. Cell phones, tablets, smart watches and computers are everywhere! Kids and teenagers growing up in this digital […]
Helping Your Child Learn Self-Control
By Teresa Mercer, LCSW, LCAC – Feb. 18, 2020 At some point most of us have probably lost some or all of our self-control. It may have involved our emotions, shopping, eating, or even something as simple as the urge to pop bubble wrap lying around. Losing self-control can create a lot of problems with […]
Understanding Your Student’s Afternoon Struggle
By Jenna Kruse, LSW – Feb. 11, 2020 Each day after school you may ask your child, “How was your day at school?” Most parents are met with a response similar to, “It was fine.” You may continue to ask questions to try to find out what happened during the day to create this mood, […]
How Trauma Affects a Young Brain
By Jennifer Kurtz, LCSW – Feb. 4, 2020 Prior to working as a Youth First Social Worker I worked with the homeless for 7 years. I helped men, women, and children who were living in cars, hotels, shelters, or with family or friends in overcrowded homes. While this is not healthy for an adult, it can […]
Home Bank Awards $15,000 to Youth First, Inc.
Gift Supports the Social and Emotional Needs of Morgan County Students Home Bank has awarded a $15,000 gift to Youth First, Inc. to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of students in Morgan County. The funds will help Youth First protect and heal the hearts of children through its highly impactful model of prevention. For […]
How to Talk to Your Children About School Safety
By Abby Betz, LSW – January 28, 2020 With high profile acts of violence on the rise, particularly in schools, it is important that parents and caregivers talk with children about these types of incidents and teach them ways to protect themselves. Schools have been working to prevent violence and make schools safer places for […]
Valero Renewable Fuels Awards $7,000 to Youth First, Inc.
Gift Supports the Social and Emotional Needs of Students in Posey County Valero Renewable Fuels – Mt. Vernon has awarded $7,000 to Youth First, Inc. to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of students in Posey County. This school year, Youth First is partnering with 80 schools in 10 Indiana counties to embed 59 Master’s […]